Fishing


Saltwater

Flatfish - Flounder

25 - 68cm

Maori Name: Patiki | Scientific Name: Peltorhamphus novaezeelandiae

Flatfish are known as sole or right eyed flounders. Found along the coasts, freshwater, lakes and
streams. Flounders can travel up as far as 250km inland.

Options for checking NZ Fishing Rules:
• Check Legal Limits here
• Free text 'Flatfish' to 9889
• Download the free NZ Fishing Rules app:    • Apple devices    • Android devices


Send an Enquiry

Contact

recreationalfisheries@mpi.govt.nz

0800 47 62 24, To Report illegal fishing

mpi.govt.nz


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